While the roof defines your home’s profile, the siding acts as the “face” of your home. And then there is the trim, which serve as the highlight that bring together your home’s overall look. Matching the siding and trim colors can be tricky, but it’s a lot easier if you remember these tips from our siding and roof replacement experts.
Pick Colors According to Style
The first thing you can do to narrow down your siding and trim color options is to stick to colors that go well with your home’s overall design. For example, cape cod home designs favor neutral colors, while Mediterranean homes prefer warm, vibrant colors. Contemporary designs can go either way, and largely boils down to user preference.
Play With Contrast
A siding and roofing contractor will probably ask you about whether you want your trim to stand out more or for them to blend in better with the siding’s color. This is where you’d want to consider playing around with contrast. As a rule of thumb, high contrast combinations will make the trim stand out while low-contrast combinations give the home a more subdued, relaxing aesthetic.
Check Swatches Under Different Lighting Conditions
Don’t just pick color combinations because you think they look good. Because of how sunlight varies throughout different times of the day, a color combination that might look “right” at noon could look a bit off several hours later. You should always look at actual color swatches painted on a similar material as your trim and siding.
Don’t Forget Your Personal Preference
What’s a good color combination if your heart’s not in it? According to siding and roof repair experts, picking your own colors based on personal preference is just as important as knowing which colors match your particular home design. You’re going to live with that color combination for years or even decades so might as well pick something that you like.
Need help with your trim and siding? Let our team of experts help you out. Pawcatuck Roofing Co. is the leading home exterior company in New London, CT. You can call us at (860) 940-2343 or fill out this contact form to request an estimate.
